1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | F40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
